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Learn More: Auto Insurance Basics
Why do I need auto insurance?
Your car has two unique qualities. First, it is probably one
of the most expensive things you own. Insurance protects your
investment and guarantees you a way of coping with the expense
of accidents, vandalism or theft, as well as securing your
financial responsibility to the bank or other institution
lending the money to buy your vehicle.
Second, when you drive, you are operating a powerful machine,
weighing one ton or more and capable of moving at over 100
miles per hour. You are responsible for the safety of your
passengers, your fellow drivers, other people's property,
pedestrians and yourself. Insurance helps you live up to that
responsibility by ensuring your ability to cover the costs
of potential damages or injuries.
You are also required by state laws to be financially responsible.
This requirement is best satisfied through your insurance
coverage. In most states, insurance is a prerequisite to registering
your car. So if you want to drive your own vehicle, you must
be insured.
What does auto insurance cover?
At the very least, you need the coverages required by
your state to register and operate a vehicle. In addition,
you should consider purchasing enough coverage to protect
your assets and ensure that you can be financially responsible
if you injure someone in an accident. You may also want the
added coverage of a Personal Umbrella Policy (Excess Liability)
depending on your assets and need for coverage. Because your
individual needs determine what insurance coverage is right
for you, we suggest that you talk to your insurance company
about your individual auto insurance needs.
- Bodily Injury
- Property Damage
- Uninsured Motorist
- Underinsured Motorist
- Medical, No-fault or Personal Injury Coverage
- Collision
- Comprehensive


The program features or coverage descriptions
above are general and for information purposes only. Actual
claim coverage in the event of a loss would be determined
by your policy's terms and conditions.
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